Alma Mater: Rutgers University
Why I chose to work for BPGS: of the friendly culture and emphasis on projects that cultivate a strong community in Delaware.
Favorite Hobby: Running
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be a… Civil Engineer
My Alma Mater is…Williamson College of the Trades
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…I really felt they could provide the ideal team environment I was looking for.
Words to Live By (Your Favorite Quote): Just Do It
Alma Mater: University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… I felt an instant connection with the team during my interview and felt that it is a great environment to learn and grow both individually and as a team. I find the wide range of projects that BPGS works on to be very interesting and know that I want to be apart of it.
Words to Live By: “Set your goals high, and don’t stop ’til you get there.” —Bo Jackson
Career Choice as a Kid: FBI Agent
Who is your personal hero? My parents have always been my two heros as they are the reason I am who I am today.
Alma Mater: University of Delaware
I chose to work for BPGS because: of the work environment and interesting projects
Alternate Career Choice: Process Engineering
Favorite Book: The Alchemist
Favorite Hobby: Playing Soccer
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… of the culture and the opportunity to make an impact.
Words to Live By: “The harder you work, the luckier you get.”
Favorite Hobby: Auto Restoration
Favorite Destination: Miami Beach
I couldn’t live without: music!
My Alma Mater is…. Wilmington University
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… of the relationships that you build with people and the amount of time that BPGS spends giving back to the community that they are revitalizing.
I couldn’t live without: Beyoncé’s Discography
Alternate career choice: Teacher
Who’s Your Personal Hero: My Grandparents
Favorite way to make the World a better place: Helping people in any way that I can
My Alma Mater is…. Saint Cloud State University (Undergrad), University of Delaware (Masters)
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… it’s about the people, the relationships, the experience, doing it well and doing it right.
My Hidden Talent: I make pretty incredible balloon animals
Words to Live By: live a life less ordinary, live a life extraordinary
I couldn’t live Without: traveling
Favorite Destination: Anywhere w/my hubby – Tahiti, Iceland, Africa, Turkey…
My Alma Mater is… University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… they foster a dynamic work environment that allows you, as an employee, to see projects from a broader point of view. I felt as though BPGS would provide me the most opportunities to grow within the construction industry and ultimately allow me the freedom to choose my own path forward.
Favorite Hobby: Snowboarding
Favorite way to spend time with my coworkers: The company softball team
Alternate Career Choice: Commercial Pilot
If I Could Build Anything it would be: A ski resort out west
My Alma Mater is…Haddon Heights High School (Class of 1987)
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because…there is a true team feeling here. Accountability is never deflected.
Words to Live By (Your Favorite Quote): “Prove it to myself”
I Couldn’t Live Without: My beautiful wife and two amazing children!!
Favorite Hobby: Cycling and obstacle course racing.
Favorite Destination: The island of Jamaica
If I Could Build Anything It Would Be: My family’s dream home.
My Alma Mater is… Drexel University, I studied structural engineering.
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… it offers a great working environment. I was fascinated by the large-scale projects as my 5+ years of experience have been mainly focused on retail construction.
My hidden talent: Painting
I couldn’t live without: My shoes
Favorite Book: War and Peace – Tolstoy
Who’s Your Personal Hero: My father
If I Could Build Anything it would be: Suspended bridge
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… I believe it was the best company to begin my career with after college. After interviewing with the team, I felt it was a strong family like work environtment and saw a lot of potential in my long term future there.
Hidden Talent: Training dogs
Career choice as a kid: Elementary School Teacher
Who’s your personal hero: My mom & sister
If I could build anything it would be… an NFL stadium.
My Alma Mater is…Penn State University
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…I immediately felt a connection with the people I would be working with and saw opportunities that would help me grow and learn quickly in the construction industry. In addition, BPGS works on a wide range of projects, which will help broaden my knowledge and bring on new challenges.
Words to Live By (Your Favorite Quote): “Great moments are born from great opportunities”
I Couldn’t Live Without: WaWa and Philadelphia Sports
Who’s Your Personal Hero: My parents. I would not be where I am today without their guidance and support.
If I Could Building Anything It Would Be: The world’s tallest roller coaster.
My Alma Mater is…Goldey-Beacom College
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was…the day I interviewed for my accounting internship and was offered the position. I was and still am extremely grateful for the opportunity.
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…I saw how BPGS was revitalizing and building up Delaware and I wanted to be a part of that revitalization. In addition to accounting, I have a love for real estate which also attracted me to BPGS Construction.
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because…here you are afforded opportunities to show your talents and excel to those levels you aspire to be in your career.
My Hidden Talent: Inspiring people to become the best versions of themselves
Favorite Book: Made in America by Sam Walton
Alternate Career Choice: Real Estate Investor
Who’s Your Personal Hero: Dr. MLK Jr.
If I Could Building Anything It Would Be: An investment property
My Alma Mater is…. Villanova University
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… of the people and atmosphere. Everyone has such an upbeat attitude and is willing to go the extra mile to help each other out.
My hidden talent: Ice Hockey
I couldn’t live without: My Family
Favorite Construction Project so Far: A custom renovation of a building on 18th street in New York City to host the 2013 Red Bull Music Academy
Favorite Hobby: Fishing
Favorite Destination: Our family cottage on Lake Champlain in Vermont
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…of the great experience I had working with BPGS at the Harlan flats project.
Words to Live By: “Be content but never stop improving yourself.”
Favorite Destination: Jamaica
Favorite Dance move: The worm
Favorite Hobby: Being at the baseball field
My Alma Mater is…. Delaware Tech, Drexel University
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… the company is flexible, progressive and up and coming.
I couldn’t live without: My Family and My Mountain Bike
Favorite Construction Project so Far: The Queen
Favorite Hobby: Biking and Skiing
Favorite Destination: Vermont
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be an….Architect
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… The flexibility between family and work, and working in the field on the an actual project.
My hidden talent: Volunteer Firefighter for 30 years and have volunteered in Fire Service for 35 years, held offices of Fire Recorder, and Fire Prevention Officer.
Words to Live By: Treat people how you want to be treated
I couldn’t live without: my kids (Kaitlyn and Brendon), dogs and parents
Alternate career choice: Safety Coordinator
Career choice as a kid: Nurse
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be in the…. Concrete Field – I have always loved the concrete trade.
My Alma Mater is… Millersville University
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… it is a company that continues to provide opportunities in many areas within the field of construction to learn and develop from.
Alternate Career Choice: Professional Sports Athlete (Baseball)
Words to Live By: “Be the best version of you.”
Favorite Destination: The beach
If I could build anyting it would be… Lakehouse
I couldn’t live without… my family
My Alma Mater is… University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… I was impressed with the work BPGS does and the great group of people who make it happen.
Alternate Career Choice: Philadelphia Phillies’ Grounds Crew
If I had to work in construction, but in a different trade, I would work in… Demolition
Personal Hero: My parents
Words to live by: “Those who say they can and those who say they can’t are both usually right.”
If I could build anything it would be… A golf course
I couldn’t live without: My sons
Favorite Hobby: Reading & baking
Career choice as a kid: Veterinarian
Favorite Destination: The beach
My Alma Mater is…. Endicott College
My proudest BPGS Construction moment was… The renovation of the Queen Theater
Words to Live By: “No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.” – Winston Churchill
I couldn’t live without: My dogs and horses (oh, and my husband too!)
Favorite Hobby: Riding my horse and driving my pony!
Who’s Your Personal Hero: My father
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… of the awesome work atmosphere and all the great people that work here.
My hidden talent: I used to drive a 22 ft RV across a 10 state territory as a clothing sales rep for Nicole Miller.
I couldn’t live without: Pretzels
Alternate career choice: Private Investigator
Who’s Your Personal Hero: My mom
Favorite Destination: Maui, Hawaii & Abu Dhabi, UAE
Alma Mater: Drexel University
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… it provides mission, challenge and purpose. The environment provides both opportunities and challenges for employees to stay engaged and interested.
Words to Live By: “Letting go is the natural release that always follows the realization that holding on hurts.” Guy Finley
I couldn’t live without: My rug hook
Favorite Book: Wild
Favorite Construction Project so Far: The Residences at Midtown Park
Favorite Hobby: Creating primitive hand hooked rugs
My Alma Mater Is… Temple University
Hidden Talent: Drawing and Scuplture
Favorite Hobby: Hiking, gardening, horses, & tearing apart my house and slowly putting it back together.
Favorite Destination: Estonia
Career choice as a kid: a steeplechase jockey or a gas pump attendant.
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… You are helping to shape a community.
My hidden talent: Wood working
Words to Live By: It is what it is.
I couldn’t live without: My family
Favorite Book: Of Mice and Men
Alternate career choice: Zoo Keeper
Favorite way to make the World a better place: Kindness
My Alma Mater is…. Villanova University
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was……Completing my first project, which was Starbucks on Market Street.
I couldn’t live without: My favorite music
Favorite Book: Into the Wild
Favorite Hobby: Playing basketball
Favorite Destination: White Mountains, New Hampshire
If I Could Build Anything it would be: New sports stadium for one of my teams
My Alma Mater is… Temple University
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was… opening Talen Energy Stadium’s VIP Tunnel Club for the Philadelphia Union’s first ever home playoff game.
Hidden Talent: Motivational speaking
Favorite Destination: San Diego
Favorite way to spend time with my coworkers: Catching up over lunch at our makeshift conference table.
Favorite Hobby: Going to cultural festivals
BPGS is unlike any other company because… of the genuine comradery between coworkers as they push you to surpass your goals and to step out of your comfort zone while providing a great support system to ensure your success.
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… It reminded me of MBNA with regards to people’s work ethics and the interaction between everyone.
I couldn’t live without: Peanut butter
Career choice as a child: Kindergarten teacher
My Personal Hero: Is my youngest son
Words of Wisdom: “Shoot for the moon and if you miss you will still be among the stars.”
Alternate Career Choice: Teacher
Alma Mater is… University of Maryland Eastern Shore
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… BPGS strives for excellence and continues to find ways to raise the bar.
Words to Live By: If you want to get to the rainbow you have to go through the storm.
I couldn’t live without: My daughter
Favorite Construction Project so Far: The Residences at Midtown Park
Career choice as a kid: Chef
Favorite Destination: Any Place with Sun and Sand!
My Alma Mater is…. The University of Delaware.
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…the diverse portfolio of construction projects and the tight-knit group of individuals managing them.
Words to Live By: “Work hard, have fun, be humble.”
I couldn’t live without: My Family
Favorite Hobby: Snowboarding
Favorite Destination: Sydney, Australia
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be an…. Architect
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… We are a family. We all come together as a team to ensure the success of one another and the company. It is an AWESOME place to work!
Career choice as a kid: Marine Biologist
Who’s Your Personal Hero: My Mom
My hidden talent: Writing Poetry
I couldn’t live without: My Family
Alternate career choice: Kindergarten Teacher
Alma Mater: The University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… Coming out of college I wanted to work for a company who was building a lot of large structures. After interviewing with BPGS I knew that this was the place for me.
My hidden Talent: I’m a very good cornhole player
Alternate Career Choice: Structural Engineering
Favorite Hobby: Skiing
Favorite Destination: Colorado
If I could build anything it would be: A Stadium
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was…… Completing the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services project in Baltimore, MD was completed on time and having a very happy tenant with their new space (US Government.)
Words to Live By: “All is well.”
I couldn’t live without: Diet Pepsi
Favorite Book: Don’t stop the Carnival
Favorite Construction Project so Far: The Residences at Harlan Flats
Favorite Destination: St. Thomas/St. John US Virgin Islands
Favorite way to spend time with my coworkers: Girls Trip to Atlantic City
Favorite Dance move: Country Line Dancing
If I Could Build Anything it would be: Hotels in the Caribbean
My Alma Mater is… University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… I was really interested in the environment, the people, and the projects that BPGS works on.
Favorite Hobby: Painting
Words to live by: “If you get tired, learn to rest, not to quit.” – Banksy
If I Could Build Anything it would be… A theater. I loved doing stage crew in high school and college, and would love to be involved in the intricacies of constructing the actual building.
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… There is a lot of opportunity to grow in my position and work on projects that are helping change and shape our community for the better.
I couldn’t live without: Music
Favorite Construction Project so Far: The Westin Hotel, Wilmington, DE
Favorite Destination: Outerbanks, NC
Favorite way to make the World a better place: Smile
Favorite way to make my coworker laugh: My silly facial expressions that show exactly what I’m thinking when it can’t be said.
My Alma Mater is…. University of Delaware
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project: The Residences at Harlan Flats Phase II, my current project. By far the largest scale project to-date that I’ve had the pleasure of working on. So far the project has progressed at a great pace and continues to with very few setbacks.
I couldn’t live without: My Dog – Molly
Favorite Book: The Name of the Wind – Patrick Rothfuss
Favorite Hobby: Disc Golf
Career choice as a kid: Playing 3rd base for the Phillies
Favorite Destination: My hometown – Lewes, Delaware
My Alma Mater is….University of Delaware
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… at BPGS you are exposed to so many different aspects on construction in an accelerated time frame. Every opportunity is given to immerse yourself in different facets of building including both renovation/ground-up multi-family construction, commercial fit-outs, and hospitality construction. Being a part of the process from creating the budget to delivering the final product is truly unique and especially rewarding.
Words to Live By: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson
Favorite Construction Project so Far: Hampton Inn Newark, DE
Alternate career choice: Civil Engineer
Favorite Hobby: Watching/playing sports
Career choice as a kid: Professional Sports Team’s General Manager
My Alma Mater is…. The Pennsylvania State University
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… They truly empower each employee to forge their own career path and give you, as an employee, the freedom to make independent decisions and create your own destiny.
My hidden talent: Drumming
Words to Live By : “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going”
Icouldn’t live without: Penn State Football but most importantly family and friends
Favorite Hobby: Golfing
Career choice as a kid: Head Groundskeeper at an MLB Stadium
My Alma Mater is… Williamson College of the Trades
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… the people I met while visiting jobsites and interviewing made me feel like BPGS was the right fit.
Favorite Hobby: Golf
Favorite Destination: Hawaii
Career Choice as a kid: I always wanted to work in the construction field.
Who’s your personal hero: My grandfather. He was a decorated WWII veteran and a prisoner of war.
If I could build anything it would be… Sports stadium.
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because…The team atmosphere at BPGS is absolutely amazing! Everyone who works for BPGS is only a phone call away and is always willing to help!
Words to Live By: “Respect all and fear none.”
I couldn’t live without: family!
Alternate career choice: professional boat captain
Favorite Hobby: being outdoors
Career choice as a kid: I definitely wanted to become a professional football player or professional boxer
Who’s Your Personal Hero: my father, he taught me to be tough, always listen and to love my family.
Favorite Destination: Ocean City, NJ
Favorite way to make my coworker laugh: Imitating people
My Alma Mater is…. University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…I chose BPGS because of the people that work here and the family atmosphere they all create.
Words to live by: “Do now what you can do now.”
Favorite Hobby: Snowboarding
Career Choice as a kid: Professional Golfer
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be a….Electrician
If I Could Build Anything it would be: A Golf Course
My Alma Mater is…. Williamson College of the Trades formally known as Williamson Free School of Mechanical
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because…They recognize your talent and make you aware of how important you are to the company. You learn something new and exciting every day. If something goes wrong or you are having trouble, there is always someone to work you through the situation. If you make a mistake, you’re not criticized, but gather together as a team and work through the issue and discuss the situation to help prevent it from happening at the next project.
Words to Live By: “Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work”
I couldn’t live without: Wife and Daughter
Alternate career choice: FBI Agent
Favorite Destination: St. Lucia
My Alma Mater is…. The University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… I already knew what the culture was like here at BPGS from working with them previously when I was with another CM firm so when I came across the opportunity to work directly for BPGS I jumped at the chance to be part of the company. I knew this is where I belonged and 10 years later I still feel the same way. This just isn’t my place of employment this is my family.
Favorite Book: The Godfather by Mario Puzo (bonus fact, this is my favorite movie too)
Favorite Destination: Las Vegas!
Favorite way to spend time with my coworkers: Happy Hours
Favorite way to make my coworker laugh: Imitation
If I Could Build Anything it would be: A Casino in Vegas or Atlantic City! Please Wes!!!!
My Alma Mater is…. Lehigh University
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was…… Restoring The Queen Theatre
My hidden talent: Grilling
Alternate career choice: Ski Patrol in Jackson Hole
Favorite Hobby: Boating
Favorite Destination: Southern Caribbean
If I Could Build Anything it would be: A destination resort on a deserted island.
My Alma Mater is….Penn State University
My proudest BPGS Construction moment is…watching our associates grow.
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because…I am surrounded by a team of extremely talented and bright individuals with a strong sense of family, team and fun.
Personal Hero: My parents. They have given me more than anyone could ever offer.
If I could build anything it would be…a micro brewery.
My Alma Mater is….North Carolina State University
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was… building the award winning historic renovation of the Queen Theater in Wilmington.
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… I chose to work at BPGS Construction upon graduating from college in 1999. At the time, BPGS Construction was just starting up and had only four associates. I declined offers from larger, well-known, established construction managers to take a chance on BPGS, a small start-up with young entrepreneurial owners at the time. I wanted to be a part of a ground-up construction company tied to a developer with huge growth potential.
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because… BPGS is a dynamic, creative, and innovative design-build construction company that directly serves a large private developer, The Buccini Pollin Group, as well as select third party clients . Our team consists of smart, forward-thinking individuals that always find a way to get the most difficult projects done for our very demanding clients. Since BPGS is associated with a development company, we are involved in the design, estimating, and value engineering from the very beginning of all projects.
Words to Live By: “Always Measure Twice and Cut Once.”
Alternate career choice: Captaining the fast ferry in the Virgin Islands
Favorite Hobby: Spending time with family and kids, hunting, boating and Fishing
Career choice as a kid: Builder
Favorite way to make the world a better place: Helping children through volunteering for The Boys and Girls Clubs.
Favorite way to spend time with my coworkers: Catching up for a couple drinks or dinner after work.
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be an…. Electrician
I chose to work at BPGS Construction… Because of the people and innovative thinking.
I couldn’t live without: Tyler, my son
Favorite Construction Project so Far: Talen Energy Soccer Stadium
Alternate career choice: Own a restaurant
Favorite Hobby: Knitting and Crochet
Favorite Destination: Beach
BPGS Construction is unlike any other company because…It’s a company that despite it’s growth hasn’t lost it’s small company or family feel.
Words to Live By: “When I was 17 my father was the dumbest person I knew, but by the time I had turned 21 he had learned a lot”– Mark Twain
Alternate career choice: Own an NFL Franchise
Favorite Hobby: Golf
Career choice as a kid: FBI Agent
Favorite Destination: Cape May, NJ
My Alma Mater is…. University of Pittsburgh
My proudest BPGS Construction moment or project was… the completion of the Iron Hill/JP Morgan Parking Garage
Words to Live By: “Tough times don’t last, Just tough people.”
Alternate career choice: Chef
Favorite Hobby: Fly Fishing
Favorite Destination: An Island
If I Could Build Anything it would be: A mountain resort
My Alma Mater is….University of Delaware
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…It is a company that is always taking on new challenges and providing new ways to expand my knowledge of construction/development
I couldn’t live without: Coffee
Favorite Construction Project so Far: Westin Wilmington
Favorite Hobby: Exercise / Sports
Favorite Destination: Aruba
If I had to work in Construction, but it could be a different trade, I would be a….Finish Carpenter
My Alma Mater is…. University of Delaware – Undergrad; Widener Univeristy – Graduate
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because… They were/are progressive construction company affiliated with development/Real Estate company.
Alternate career choice: Chef or a Pilot
Favorite Hobby: Soccer, Hiking, Travel
Favorite Destination: Patagonia, Argentina
Favorite way to make my coworker laugh: Sarcasm
If I Could Build Anything it would be: Gaudi Design
I chose to work at BPGS Construction because…It’s a high class, professional company that takes care of its employees and customers.
Words to Live By: “Inspect what you expect.”
I couldn’t live without: Spreadsheets
Favorite Book: The Man in the High Castle
Favorite Destination: Anywhere with warm water, sand and fish to catch
Favorite way to make the World a better place: Smile and say thank you
If I Could Build Anything it would be: A homestead in Alaska
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